Senior Procurement Officer at CIDRZ

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn More We have started building our professional LinkedIn page. Follow Reports to Head of Procurement and Stores. The incumbent will oversee and coordinate procurement processes to ensure timely, compliant, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services in line with donor and CIDRZ policies, while supporting the Head of Procurement in achieving departmental objectives. Procures goods and services efficiently and in compliance with CIDRZ and donor guidelines. Develops and implement procurement plans for user departments. Prepares tender documents, evaluation reports, and procurement status reports. Ensures adherence to procurement policies, donor requirements, and departmental KPIs. Negotiates pricing and delivery terms with vendors. Monitors vendor performance and payments. Monitors vendor adherence to delivery timelines, track performance against procurement Monitors and reports on procurement KPIs and ensure continuous improvement against set targets. Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain. Professional certification (CIPS/ZIPS) is an added advantage. Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement. Experience in donor-funded environments is highly desirable. Strong analytical and reporting skills. High level of integrity and attention to detail. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strong ERP systems skills for procurement planning, tracking, reporting and data analysis.